Official Ghana Black Stars Squad Full List for AFCON 2023.
Ghana coach Chris Hughton has finalised his 27-man squad for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast, and it includes several key players who are expected to play pivotal roles in the upcoming tournament.
Among the notable inclusions are West Ham’s in-form forward, Mohammed Kudus, who has been a goal-scoring sensation with 10 goals in all competitions.
Athletic Bilbao’s striker, Inaki Williams, adds firepower to the squad with his impressive record of eight goals.
The leadership core is maintained with captain Andre Ayew and his deputy Thomas Partey both securing their spots. Partey, recovering from a recent hamstring issue, provides a significant boost to the team.
Official Ghana Black Stars Squad Full List for AFCON 2023
Monaco defender Mohammed Salisu, who overcame early-season injury struggles, is also included, strengthening the defensive lineup.
Chris Hughton, in a press conference held at the Alisa Hotel in Accra, announced the squad, emphasising the necessity of making bold decisions.
Exclusions from the squad include Baba Rahman and Fatawu Issahaku, who both opted out, as well as injured duo Kamaldeen Sulemana and Tariq Lamptey.
A noteworthy inclusion is Asante Kotoko midfielder Richmond Lamptey, rewarded for his outstanding performances in the Ghana Premier League.
Lamptey is among the three home-based players in the squad, alongside Medeama duo Fatawu Hamidu and striker Jonathan Sowah.
The final squad is set to commence its camp in Kumasi from January 2, gearing up for the tournament in Ivory Coast. The Black Stars, four-time African champions, find themselves in a challenging Group B alongside Egypt, Cape Verde, and Mozambique.
Their AFCON 2023 journey begins with a tough match against Cape Verde on January 14, followed by crucial encounters against Egypt and Mozambique.
The full 27-man squad below
Goalkeepers:
Lawrence Ati Zigi
Richard Ofori
Jojo Wollacott
Defenders:
Alidu Seidu
Dennis Odoi
Kingsley Schindler
Gideon Mensah
Issahaku Fatawu
Daniel Amartey
Nich Opoku
Alexander Djiku
Mohammed Salisu
Midfielders:
Samed Salis
Baba Iddrisu
Majeed Ashimeru
Elisha Owusu
Richmond Lamptey
Mohammed Kudus
Andre Ayew
Ransford Konigsdorffer
Osman Bukari
Joseph Paintsil
Jordan Ayew
Ernest Nuamah
Strikers:
Iñaki Williams
Antoine Semenyo
Jonathan Sowah
